Ramana went to the US for work and after spending 13 years, they moved back to India in 2018. It’s been 7 years since they moved to India and a lot of insights on their journey. Ramana talks about his trial run before the move, kids adjustment, choosing a different curriculum and what he would have done differently if he had the opportunity to redo it.

Chapters

0:00 Introduction

2:30  Background

3:54 How was  the life in US and reasons to move back

6:25 Why move back in 2018?

9:44 Planning the move

11:39 Financial planning

13:04 Logistic planning

14:50 How was the life in India

17:27 Work culture and opportunities

20:45 Kids adjustment

24:32 Anything you would have different?

25:35 Anything else we have not covered?

26:50 Any advice for future aspirants?

28:15 How do you rate the move to India?

Sankar & Divya spent 21 years in the US before moving to India in 2023. They talk about their background and why they plan to move to India. Insights into when the discussion started and planning the place to live, financial planning etc., They talk about their life in India, kid adjustment and career opportunities for non-IT people.

Chapters

0:00 Introduction

2:16 Background 

5:22 When the thought of moving to India occured and planning?

11:29 Selecting place in India

12:31 Why did the initial discussion start?

14:17 Decision process of the move and planning

18:44 Financial Planning

25:55 How is the life in India

29:55 Kid adjustment and curriculum

34:19 Career for non-IT professional

38:12 Any advice for future returnees

40:49 What one thing you wish you knew before moving to India

Born and raised in the US, Elliot moved to India 9 years ago—and never looked back. In this candid conversation, he walks us through his journey: his background, what drew him to India, how he adapted to life here, and why he ultimately chose Goa as home.

💡 Key Discussion Points:✅ Life in the US vs. India✅ What brought Elliot to India✅ Adjusting to a new culture and lifestyle✅ Why Goa stood out as the ideal place✅ Real numbers: Cost of living in India✅ The ups and downs of living in India as an expat✅ Advice for anyone considering a move to India

🎧 Tune in to hear Elliot’s experience, insights, and tips for returnees!#Desi #BackToIndia #ReturnToIndia #BackToRoots #India #NRI #USIndia

Rashmi shares her story of moving back to India after 12 years abroad, living in Singapore and Australia. Now, 20 years later, she reflects on her decision, the challenges she faced, and the social impact she's made through her company, empowering village women.

Key Discussion Points:

✅ Background and reasons for moving to India

✅ Timing the move: What worked and what didn't

✅ Choosing the right place to settle in India

✅ Entrepreneurial journey in India: Successes and setbacks

✅ Did the thought of going back ever cross her mind?

✅ Kids' adjustment to Indian life and college admissions

Tune in to hear Rashmi's insights, experiences, and lessons learned from two decades of living in India!

#ReturnToIndia #NRI #IndiaLife #Entrepreneurship #SocialImpact #ExpatLife #IndianCulture"

Divya went to the US in 2013 and after spending 10 years, the family moved back to India. Divya worked in the US as a middle school and high school math teacher, who experienced US education system and culture. Divya talks about her background, reasons to move to the US, planning the move, career transition as well as how her middle schooler adjusted.

💡 Key Discussion Points:

✅ Life in the US.✅ Why the move to India?✅ Planning return to India✅ Career transition and adjustment✅ Kids transition for middle schooler✅ School curriculum and languages

✅ Advice for future aspirants

🎧 Tune in to hear Divya’s experience, insights, and tips for returnees!

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Divya spent the last 10 years teaching in top-ranked middle and high schools across the U.S. In this episode, she gives us an insider’s look into the American education system—what it’s like teaching there, how the culture differs from India, and the surprising truths about curriculum standards. Now back in India, Divya reflects on her journey and shares insights for fellow educators and NRIs considering a move home.

💡 Key Discussion Points:✅ Life as a middle & high school teacher in the U.S.✅ Differences in school culture and classroom dynamics✅ Dumbing down of the curriculum—myth or reality?✅ Reflections after returning to India

🎧 Tune in to hear Divya’s real talk on education, expat life, and coming home!

#ReturnToIndia #NRI #SchoolLife #MiddleSchool #HighSchool #ExpatTeacher #IndianEducator #BackToIndia

Rakesh spent nearly 4 years in the Asia-Pacific region and another 7 years in Dubai before deciding to move back to India. Now living in India for the past 2 years, he shares his journey—why he went abroad, what motivated his return, how he planned the move, and his advice for NRIs considering a return.

💡 Key Discussion Points:
✅ Working in the Oil & Gas sector abroad
✅ Earning money overseas vs. returning to roots
✅ Raising kids in India’s culture & education system
✅ Planning a successful move back to India

🎧 Tune in to hear Rakesh’s experience, insights, and tips for returnees!

#ReturnToIndia #NRI #DubaiToIndia #ExpatLife #IndiaMove #IndianCulture #RaisingKidsInIndia

Maya moved to the US for higher education in 2007, but after seven years, she returned to India and became actively involved in social service. She even participated in the 2014 parliamentary elections and has been working at the grassroots level to empower women and improve rural communities. While she continues to travel between the US and India, her heart remains in India, where she leads a nonprofit focused on telemedicine, education, and women’s health.

Discussion Highlights:
✅ Why Maya chose to return to India
✅ Impact of her work in a remote Madhya Pradesh village
✅ Empowering women through education and healthcare initiatives
✅ Challenges of permanently settling in India
✅ Balancing life between two countries
✅ Advice for those considering a move

#ReturnToIndia #SocialImpact #WomenEmpowerment #NRILife #RuralDevelopment #GrassrootsChange

Kishore moved to the US in 2000 for his PhD, but after 11 years, he and his family decided to return to India. After the move, he ventured into entrepreneurship and founded Sid’s Farm—a well-known dairy brand that now serves 50,000 families daily in Hyderabad and Bangalore. In this episode, Kishore shares his journey, from his professional transition to becoming a successful entrepreneur in India. He provides valuable insights on starting a business, navigating challenges, and what he wishes he knew before making the move.

An inspiring episode packed with real-life insights! 🎙️

#ReturnToIndia #Entrepreneurship #NRILife #BackToIndia #SidsFarm #BusinessInIndia

Kunal moved to the US in 2003 for work and spent 22 years building a successful career as an entrepreneur. After living the American dream, he made the decision to return to India in 2024. In this episode, Kunal shares his journey—why he chose to move back, the initial struggles he faced, and how he is mitigating challenges in India. He also talks about his plans ahead, his perspective on giving back to society, and valuable insights for future entrepreneurs considering a move to India.

Discussion Highlights:
✅ Kunal’s background and move to India
✅ Differences in healthcare between the US and India
✅ His plans for the future and contributing to society
✅ How he is overcoming initial struggles after the move
✅ Key insights for aspiring entrepreneurs in India
✅ Advice for NRIs considering a return

Tune in for an insightful conversation! 🎙️

#ReturnToIndia #Entrepreneurship #NRILife #BackToIndia #IndiaMove #BusinessInIndia